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Tyne Stanley
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Working as an Engagement and Insight Coordinator at The Open University Library. Animal lover, horror film aficionado, anxious elephant.
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Join one of our two guided campus tours during #HeritageOpenDays2026 and explore the unique history of the OU’s #MiltonKeynes site.

📍 Betty Boothroyd Library, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes
📅 16 September, 12pm and 1.30pm
🔗 More info: https://ow.ly/s2oR50ZHg26
Cream-coloured historic building with tall windows and a columned entrance under a partly cloudy sky. Text reads: 'Free campus tours | 16 September 2026'. A large church building surrounded by grass, trees and shrubbery. Text reads: 'Free campus tours | 16 September 2026'. A large Library building with glass windows, next to a sculpture of large pillars. Text reads: 'Free campus tours | 16 September 2026'. Historic red brick building with white-framed windows beside a modern white academic building under a blue sky with scattered clouds. Text reads: 'Free campus tours | 16 September 2026'.
August 31, 2026 at 10:13 AM
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Heritage Open Days are back at The Open University! Join us on Wednesday 16 September for a day of FREE events, including:

✅ Campus tours
✅ OU Archive Cinema screenings
✅ Exhibitions and special displays

Open to all 👉 https://ow.ly/svvh50ZBW1G

#HeritageOpenDays #MiltonKeynes
Black and white photo of a vintage television studio with crew operating cameras and equipment on a large set. Text reads: 'You're invited! Heritage Open Day at The Open University. Wednesday 16 September 2026'.
August 22, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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We're delighted to be working with MAKES SENSE TO ME as part of our new Reading for Pleasure collection. 📖

The world's first bookshop specialising in #neurodiversity, they champion books created with neurodivergent and/or disabled participation. Learn more👉 https://ow.ly/gP0S50ZgVfa

#IndieBookshop
MAKES SENSE TO ME | The Neurodivergent Bookshop
Discover the world’s first neurodiversity-specialist bookshop! This disabled-led ND community offers books on ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Tourette’s & Mental Health. Resources for neurodiversity at work, school & home exclusively featuring Neurodivergent & Disabled voices. Find sensory aids, fidget toys & handmade gifts!
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June 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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We're proud to be working with New Beacon Books as part of our Reading for Pleasure collection! 📚

Founded in 1966, they are Britain's first Black publishing house and specialist bookshop, championing African and Caribbean literature for 60 years. Learn more: https://ow.ly/UQcp50Z6FH8
Front view of New Beacon Books, a black storefront with large windows displaying books and a red door entrance. Text reads: 'Bookshop spotlight - New Beacon Books'.
June 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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Really proud of this achievement 🥳 #10kfollowers #socialmedia
oulibrary.bsky.social The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Jun 3
10,000 followers and counting! 🔟🎉

Thanks for following, sharing, liking, and generally being wonderful. 🤗🩵

We're curious... where in the world are you reading, researching, or studying from today? 🌍

#10kfollowers #10kclub
June 3, 2026 at 11:43 AM
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We’re proud to be working with independent bookshops as we build our Reading for Pleasure collection. 🤝📚

Next up is the book-ends - an #IndieBookshop & arts space in Wellington, Shropshire, bringing together books, live performance, music & creativity in a community hub: https://ow.ly/n3hQ50Z5scx
Front view of the book-ends bookshop with a display window showcasing various books and a hanging sign above the entrance.
May 29, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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We’re delighted to be working with @gaystheword.bsky.social - the UK’s oldest LGBT+ bookshop - as part of our new Reading for Pleasure collection. 🌈📖

Their shelves are filled with fiction, non-fiction, poetry, history, and more: https://ow.ly/frz550Z1txN

#ChooseBookShops #LGBT
May 21, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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In celebration of the #NationalYearOfReading, we’re creating a new Reading for Pleasure collection in print & digital formats 📖📱

We’re partnering with brilliant independent bookshops including the book-ends, @gaystheword.bsky.social, New Beacon Books & MAKES SENSE TO ME 💛

#ChooseBookShops
Illustration of a bookshop front. Surrounding text reads: 'We’re building a new Reading for Pleasure collection! In partnership with specialist independent bookshops. Featuring LGBTQI+, African & Caribbean, Neurodiversity and community-led collections'.
May 15, 2026 at 12:02 PM
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Wildlife antics on campus today! 🦆🐿🪶
oulibrary.bsky.social The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Mar 26
When your study break turns into a nature documentary... 🦆🪶

#MiltonKeynes #StudyBreak
A pheasant and two ducks are grazing on the grass by an empty tree
March 26, 2026 at 5:18 PM
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The #SpringEquinox is here... time for a fresh start! 🌸🏡

Get inspired for your spring clean with hundreds of Home & Garden magazines on Libby and OverDrive, including Country Living, Gardeners’ World and Ideal Home.

Free to borrow with your OU login 👉 https://ow.ly/qvZj50YwbqG
Dark blue background featuring the OU logo and a series of book covers. Text reads: 'Get inspired for your spring clean with hundreds of Home & Garden magazines on Libby and OverDrive. Free for OU students and staff.'
March 20, 2026 at 8:03 AM
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Our new cover photo 📷 Spring has officially sprung outside the Library building at our Walton Hall campus! ☀️💛

#MiltonKeynes #Spring
Modern three-story Library building with large windows under a clear blue sky and bright sunshine. Yellow daffodils are scattered amongst the grassy areas.
March 5, 2026 at 3:09 PM
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Looking for your next great read? 📖 Tomorrow is #NationalReadABookDay! 🎉

#OUstudents & staff can enjoy thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, magazines & more through Overdrive - all on your own device. 📱💻

Start browsing to see where your next book takes you👉 open.overdrive.com (OU login req)
September 5, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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📢 New YouTube Shorts series!

Our latest series spotlights our Library online training sessions - ideal for #OUstudents to brush up on their library and research skills. 📖💻

First up: 5 things you need to know about the sessions 👇

youtube.com/shorts/ez_CI...

Please share with your students! ✨
5 things to know about #openuniversity Library Online Training Sessions #shorts #studytips
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August 6, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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I'm in Belfast for the Customer Services Group UK annual conference (for front facing teams in HE libraries)

I'm speaking about the fab research that @tynestanley.bsky.social and Caroline Barratt did on the impact of SCONUL Access on distance learning success

oro.open.ac.uk/93004/

#CSGUK24
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November 22, 2024 at 9:37 AM
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Most of our resources are online - but did you know we also have a Library building full of great spaces? 📖✨

Take a quick peek at the ground floor in our latest YouTube Short 👇

youtube.com/shorts/cUmBB...

We'll be sharing glimpses of the other floors soon, so keep an eye out! 👀

#MiltonKeynes
Explore the #openuniversity Library building ground floor #shorts #miltonkeynes
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August 3, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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Curious about the hidden art around The Open University campus? 🎨

Our latest YouTube Short offers a quick glimpse at some of the quirkiest pieces on display! 👀👇

youtube.com/shorts/j1CND...

#MiltonKeynes #OUstudents
Explore the #OpenUniversity campus - part one #shorts #campus #miltonkeynes
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July 25, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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Back by popular demand! 🤩 Join our FREE guided campus tours during #HeritageOpenDays and uncover the fascinating history of the OU’s #MiltonKeynes site.

📍 Betty Boothroyd Library, Walton Hall
📅 17–19 Sept
🎟️ Book now: www.open.ac.uk/library/libr...

Plus, enjoy exhibitions & the OU Archive Cinema!
Cream-coloured historic building with tall windows and a columned entrance under a partly cloudy sky. Text reads: 'Free campus tours | 17-19 September 2025'. A large church building surrounded by grass, trees and shrubbery. Text reads: 'Free campus tours | 17-19 September 2025'. A vast array of green trees, foliage and flowers in a walled garden. Text reads: 'Free campus tours | 17-19 September 2025'. External view of the rear of Walton Hall in Milton Keynes. Text reads: 'Free campus tours | 17-19 September 2025'.
July 20, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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A little secret from behind the scenes... the Archive cinema experience featuring themed screenings of historical OU footage is AMAZING!!! 📽🤩

Showings are drop-in, but campus tours require booking. 👇

#miltonkeynes #heritage #openuniversity
oulibrary.bsky.social The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Jul 14
Heritage Open Days return to The Open University from 17–19 Sept with campus tours, new exhibitions, a choir performance, and a brand-new Archive Cinema experience! 🤩

🎟️ Free to attend – tours require booking!
🔗 Full schedule & info: www.open.ac.uk/library/libr...

#MiltonKeynes #Heritage
Black and white photo from 1975 of a television studio for an Open University programme. Text reads: 'You're invited! Heritage Open Days at The Open University. 17-19 September 2025.'
July 14, 2025 at 10:59 AM
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Go behind the scenes with us at our in-house Library photoshoot in our latest YouTube Short!

🎥 Watch it here: youtube.com/shorts/5p4BO...

Want more fun peeks behind the scenes on campus? Hit subscribe and see what we’re up to next! 💙📚 #OUstudents
A day on campus: #BTS in-house Library photoshoot #shorts #oulibrary #openuniversity
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July 13, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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Need a quick way to remind #OUstudents where to turn for support?

Our new YouTube Short highlights how our 24/7 Library Helpdesk can assist with everything from research queries to referencing issues 👉 youtube.com/shorts/Plugu...

Share with students & remind them to subscribe for weekly tips. ▶️
OU Library #studytips - Library helpdesk #shorts #oulibrary #openuniversity
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July 10, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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Our latest YouTube Short introduces #OUstudents to the online training sessions they can access to build their library research and digital skills - take a look!

👀 youtube.com/shorts/nRveo...

▶️ Don’t forget to subscribe for more OU Library tips and academic hacks!
OU Library #studytips - Online training sessions #shorts #oulibrary #openuniversity
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July 9, 2025 at 7:56 AM
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We're sharing bite-sized YouTube Shorts to help #OUstudents make the most of the Library - from finding the right resources to boosting their #studyskills.

Check out our latest Short mini-series featuring 3 tips on how we support students: youtube.com/shorts/4Jbp4...

More to come - stay tuned! 💙
3 ways the OU Library supports your studies
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July 7, 2025 at 6:20 AM
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We know how important it is to look after your mental health, so we’ve put together a Wellbeing Resource List – a collection of books, articles, and online tools that can offer support when you need it most.

Start exploring the collection: www5.open.ac.uk/library/libr...

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
A person is sitting outside at a table, reading from a tablet computer in front of them. Text reads: 'Wellbeing Library resource list. A collection of resources that can offer support, guidance, or simply a moment of calm when you need it most. Mental Health Awareness Week'.
May 12, 2025 at 7:39 AM
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May is Local and Community History Month! 🏛️

Explore the rich past of the #MiltonKeynes OU campus, including Grade II listed Walton Hall and St Michael’s Church (pictured below).

Discover their stories in this online exhibition from the OU Digital Archive: www.open.ac.uk/library/digi...
Walton Hall photographed c.1960. Brigadier Earle, the owner, is pictured standing in front of the Hall with some of his cows. St Michael's Church photographed c.1970. Some of the graves are also pictured along with daffodils growing around them.
May 19, 2025 at 7:17 AM
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This month marks 52 years of OU graduation ceremonies - over half a century of celebrating student success! 🎓

Explore our digital archive to see how generations of OU graduates have marked this special milestone: www.open.ac.uk/library/digi...

#OUstudents
Black-and-white photograph of students sitting in two aisles in Alexandra Palace facing organ. Text reads: 'First OU graduation ceremony, Ely, 1973'.
June 23, 2025 at 8:44 AM